When I have a bad day at work or life just doesn't go my way, I like to retreat into the living room and put on one of the best comedy movies of all time to turn my frown upside down. Movies have always been an escape for me. I use them to transport myself from the mundane, and when the crushing elements of Hollywood creep in, I put them on and go back. But I think that's what great movies do, they provide us with a destination we desperately want to go. And no one gives you a more reliable ride than a comedy. In today's post, we'll delve into the vast and varied world of comedy movies—exploring their history, tropes, and global influence. Plus, we'll give you a best of all time list.Let's dive in.What is a Comedy?It's hard to define the comedy genre as something other than one that just makes you laugh. The genre often employs exaggeration, surprise, incongruity, and witty observations to achieve this effect. Comedy can be lighthearted and playful or dark and satirical, but it always aims to elicit a humorous response from its audience.The History of Comedy MoviesThe thing I love about comedies is that they're relatively timeless. Sure, some jokes don't always hold up by current standards, but a great comedy just makes you laugh when you put it on. Comedy films have their roots in the silent era, where physical gags and visual humor worked best. Pioneering legends like Charlie...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 16 April